How to care for a Christmas cactus -- Here's what you need to know about basic Christmas cactus care, from how often to water your Christmas cactus and light to pest and disease control, fertilizing, and FINALLY, what everyone wants to know: what triggers a Christmas cactus to bloom bloom year after year. No fluff, just real stuff.

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► Repotting a 200 Year Old Christmas Cactus! 😱🌵😍 // Garden Answer
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00:00 - Essential care tips for Christmas cactus
00:22 - Exploring Christmas cactus origins
00:58 - Ideal conditions for healthy Christmas cacti
02:29 - How light influences the flowering cycle
03:23 - Custom care for Christmas cactus
04:05 - Temperature and light: Keys to Christmas cactus blooms
05:04 - Selecting the ideal pot for Christmas cactus
06:10 - How to use a magnifying loupe to spot pests
07:33 - Combatting root rot in Christmas cactus
08:48 - How to deal with fungus gnats
11:25 - How to use urine to feed your Christmas cactus

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